Director North American Sourcing

We are hiring at Supply Technologies, a subsidiary of ParkOhio(NASDAQ:PKOH), specializes in supplier selection and management, planning, implementing, managing the physical flow of product for world-class international manufacturing companies, and servicing customers in the various markets.

Apply today and become part of a team on this journey within more than 100 industries; expertise in nearly every inventory management discipline; use of advanced and emerging technologies, and a singularly connected global infrastructure, only Supply Technologies has the intellectual and technological infrastructure to give you a program of process, resource and production efficiencies that improve your competitive position in the marketplace.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented Director of Sourcing to join our team. The Director of Sourcing is responsible for the following:

Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic vision to achieve best practice performance ultimately supporting a diverse customer base. Clearly communicate that vision translated into practical, tactical actions, and effectively deploy the sourcing team to achieve objectives.
• Focus on managing strong supplier relationships and maintain reliable sources of supply. Implement and manage long term agreements which deliver best in class quality, delivery, and total cost.
• Evaluate potential and existing sources for manufacturing capability, quality system, management and financial stability, cost competitiveness and responsiveness.
• Actively partner with key strategic suppliers to develop two-way collaborative relationships that deliver greater levels of innovation, quality, and operational competitive advantage.
• Research alternate sources of supply. Present opportunities with cross functional teams and make recommendations for alternate suppliers to improve quality, customer service, and costs.
• Request and analyze quotations and bids. Promote the need to share cost break down analysis to aide negotiations of per unit cost, commanding best overall cost and commercial terms.
• Leverage company large global platform, negotiate and manage complex business agreements and contracts including but not limited to productivity, rebates, acceptable quality standards, service, and payment terms, for the North American supply base.
• Manage company New Product Implementation (NPI) department including purchasing activities, new product development and qualification, achieving time-line objectives.
• Analytical skills – Ability to focus on measurable data and analyze, recognizing where the

largest opportunity exists. (Pareto rules)

• Ability to listen – Taking the time to listen and as necessary, filter most valuable content.
• Ability to adapt – Priorities can change and ability to adapt to changing circumstances can dictate success.

• Must Haves:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Engineering, or related technical field. Specific course work in purchasing, materials management, engineering, or quality assurance a plus.
• Familiarity of Lean principals to identify potential areas of improvement.

• Minimum 7 years purchasing or related experience, including proven capability using advanced procurement principles and supply chain management.
• Experience with commodity management, finished goods and sourcing required. APICS CSCP certification a plus.
• Understanding manufacturing processes, capabilities and capacity for fasteners and hardware including metal cold heading, die casting, stamping, and machining.
• Minimum of five years supervisory experience required.
• Must exhibit strong negotiating skills and demonstrate proven success.
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills are a necessity.
• Seeking an aggressive, determined individual with excellent organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 20%.
• International sourcing/supply chain development a plus.
• Communicate organizations appropriate KPI’s, measure performance and redirect resources as needed. Actively present current market conditions and effects on cost, quality and service related to the North America supply base.
• Ensure supplier operations are complying with company’s values and government requirements in terms of labor and environmental standards.
• Proactively manage cost creep from un-announced supplier cost increases, resolve invoice discrepancies and rectify other related problems.
• Responsible for coaching and development of subordinates. Write appraisal reviews and handle all department employee relations issues
• Other duties as assigned.

WE Value:

• Leadership – Inspire a positive purpose and direction. Driving/encouraging the right behaviors as a team. Leading by example.
• Organization – Ensuring both individually and departmentally, that goals are identified and communicated, and the correct levels of resources are applied to accomplish what is required. Rebalancing resources based on priorities.
• Strategic ability – Prioritize where the team can get the best return from their time. Aligning strategy to the overall objectives of the business.
• Communication – Ability to determine where differing degrees of communication are required, and priorities are understood.
• Presentation – Ability to professionally present internally and externally to suppliers the value proposition of the company and communicate win/win opportunities
• Ability to negotiate – While the team should possess this attribute, it is a positive attribute for

the leader to conduct and successfully resolve key negotiations.

• Time management – Balancing limited hours between competing priorities while also

allowing time for strategic thinking and exposure to new developments, ideas in the industry.

• Knowledge of SCM principles/systems – TCO, import/export, SRM management, cost of

capital, DRP, etc.

• Financial basics – Balance between working capital and income. Basic understanding of cash management.

OUR Team Members:

Do The Right Thing and we will succeed: We insist on honest and ethical behavior; We treat others respectfully; Our actions are underlined with high integrity; We partner with others who hold these same values.

Go One Better to achieve greatness: We strive to do our best every day; We are curious and seek alternative viewpoints; We value innovation to deliver long-term success; We will not accept the status quo and tirelessly seek to improve.

Customer First balanced with Company results: We serve our customers with a sense of urgency; We strive to anticipate our customer’s needs; We work with our customers to ensure we are providing them the best solutions they value; We help to deliver the long-term success of our company.

WE DO what we say: We seek clarity and understanding; We follow through on our commitments; We respectfully challenge and collaborate to achieve mutual success; Once we agree, we move forward and make no excuses.

Together we win: We respect and value each other’s thoughts and opinions; We make the time to develop meaningful relationships; We seek new opportunities to continuously learn: We never miss an opportunity to bring out the best in others.

Make a career at SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES:

Career Development: Success starts from within, and we will help you chart your path from which you can enhance your career evolution.

Supply Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Health saving account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension Plan
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance

Work Location: On Site